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Taiwan Green-pigeon

Treron formosae

Near Threatened
Wingspan
38.1 cm
Weight
221.5 g
Family
Columbidae
Order
Columbiformes

About

Taiwan Green-pigeon (Treron formosae), 35 cm. Endemic to Taiwan and the Ryukyu Islands. Bright green with an orange-tinted breast in males and a distinctive white belly. Occupies montane broadleaf forest between 500 and 2,500 m. Frugivore feeding mainly on figs and lauraceous fruits. Near Threatened.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 38.1 cm 15.0 in
Weight 221.5 g 7.81 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Near Threatened
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Clutch Size

2

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Columbiformes (Pigeons & Doves)
Family Columbidae (Pigeons & Doves)
Genus Treron
Species Treron formosae

Distribution

Taiwan Green-pigeon has been recorded in 1 countries.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Taiwan Green-pigeon endangered?
The Taiwan Green-pigeon has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How big is the Taiwan Green-pigeon?
The Taiwan Green-pigeon has a wingspan of 38.1 cm, weight of 221.5 g.
What order and family does the Taiwan Green-pigeon belong to?
The Taiwan Green-pigeon (Treron formosae) belongs to the order Columbiformes and the family Columbidae.

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